An aquamarine sanctuary amulet is a special type of amulet that is believed to offer protection and healing properties to its wearer. The amulet is made from aquamarine, a blue-green variety of the mineral beryl, which is known for its calming energy and connection to the sea. Aquamarine has long been associated with the ocean and is believed to carry the energy of the water. It is said to help calm the mind and bring clarity in times of stress or anxiety. It is also believed to enhance meditation and spiritual awareness, making it a popular choice for those seeking a deeper connection to their inner self. The aquamarine sanctuary amulet is believed to create a protective shield around the wearer, blocking negative energy and promoting a sense of peace and tranquility.
The aquamarine sanctuary amulet is believed to create a protective shield around the wearer, blocking negative energy and promoting a sense of peace and tranquility. It is often used by those who work in high-stress environments or who are particularly sensitive to negative or chaotic energy. In addition to its protective properties, aquamarine is also believed to have healing properties.
Curse of the sea rats
Don't let the witch and her pirate crew get you RATtled. Get it?
There is no shortage of 2D metroidvanias in the current indie space, a sentence I am positive I have typed at least three times before this. For this reason, if you’re going to add on to the pile, you need to make sure you have some aspect of your game that makes it stand out from the rest, and while we’ve seen a large uptick in metroidvanias with hand-drawn art in recent years, it still tends to be enough to grab my attention at the very least. Enter Curse of the Sea Rats, a game that first came into my view during one of last year’s Steam Festivals. The demo showed a lot of promise: four playable characters, hand-drawn art reminiscent of a 2D animated film, a fun pirate aesthetic, etc. However, the game sadly does not quite live up to the promise it shows, and while it’s not a failure, it unfortunately contains problems that hold it back from achieving its true potential.
Curse of the Sea Rats begins on a British ship carrying several prisoners, including our four main characters. When the ship crashes somewhere on the Irish coast, the pirate witch Flora Burn takes the opportunity to transform everybody on board into a rat. She then escapes with her crew, kidnapping the Admiral’s son on her way out. Desperate to get his son back and break Flora’s curse, the Admiral offers a deal to these prisoners: he’ll set them free and strike down charges they had against them if they defeat the witch and return his son safely. The four agree and set off in search of the witch, learning of her power source: a medallion with a connection to ancient magic. However, this medallion is incomplete, with our four-prisoner team having the missing piece in hand. In order to reach Flora Burn, the quartet must explore the island in their new rat forms, engaging with Flora’s crew on the way to break the curse and take her medallion away.
You can play as one of four characters, each with their own style of combat. David Douglas is an American revolutionary soldier armed with a cutlass, Buffalo Calf is a Cheyenne huntress making use of daggers for both close and ranged fighting, Bussa is a fugitive slave from Barbados who fights using his massive fists, and Akane Yamakawa is a Japanese warrior wielding a naginata. Where this cast differentiates itself is in their overall moveset, with their regular combos, parrying abilities, air attacks, and magic being unique to each character. Unfortunately, this is really the only thing different between them, as none of them have any form of traversal abilities to themselves. Outside of combat, every character plays the same, goes the same speed, jumps the same height, and shares the same overall upgrades. Each character does have their own skill tree, but completely filling just one character’s skill tree is so easy and fast, and often makes them so powerful that there is little incentive to ever switch to another one. The entire game can be played in local co-op with up to four players, but this is likely the only way you’ll ever see any character other than the one you immediately gravitate to and take through the whole game.
Combat overall feels fine in Sea Rats; hits feel like they have a good impact, and blocking an enemy’s attack is usually pretty satisfying. I personally gravitated towards Akane, as the longer reach of her naginata fit best with my personal playstyle, as did her water-based magic. Bosses are well animated and unique enough from each other, with some of them even referencing other games (including one that is literally just Dracula from Castlevania but a rat). The voice acting for most characters is a bit questionable overall, but I personally found the cheesiness of the line reads to add to the charm in the end. Sadly what took away from the charm was the multitude of bugs I experienced over the course of my playthrough. If I switched characters right before a cutscene, there would sometimes be a problem where the wrong voice would read the lines. For example at one point I talked to a group of drunk pirates as Akane, but as I had just recently switched over from Douglas, it was his voice that read the line in question. Also, if you’re wondering whether or not the four characters have their own dialogue in situations like that, unfortunately they do not, every character appears to be reading from the same script for most of the game.
Another bug I experienced was the game forgetting I had acquired an inventory upgrade that was supposed to let me buy a higher number of health potions, therefore keeping me at the base number for a large portion of the game. This eventually fixed itself, but it was annoying for the time it occurred. Many of the problems I ran into have been or will soon be patched according to the developers, but unfortunately it was a tad too late to not paint my experience at least a little bit. Overall, Curse of the Sea Rats is a game I think has a lot of potential, but the samey characters and bugs hold it back from being what it seems like it really could be. If you’re really itching for a new metroidvania experience, or just really like rats for some reason, you could definitely do a lot worse than this one, but I sadly cannot say I would recommend you dash to the eshop as fast as you can for it.
Summary
Pros
- Enjoyable art and soundtrack
- Excellent character design
- Overall satisfying combat
Curse of the Sea Rats begins on a British ship carrying several prisoners, including our four main characters. When the ship crashes somewhere on the Irish coast, the pirate witch Flora Burn takes the opportunity to transform everybody on board into a rat. She then escapes with her crew, kidnapping the Admiral’s son on her way out. Desperate to get his son back and break Flora’s curse, the Admiral offers a deal to these prisoners: he’ll set them free and strike down charges they had against them if they defeat the witch and return his son safely. The four agree and set off in search of the witch, learning of her power source: a medallion with a connection to ancient magic. However, this medallion is incomplete, with our four-prisoner team having the missing piece in hand. In order to reach Flora Burn, the quartet must explore the island in their new rat forms, engaging with Flora’s crew on the way to break the curse and take her medallion away.
It is said to help soothe emotional trauma and promote emotional healing. It is also believed to promote physical healing, particularly in the areas of the throat, neck, and mouth. Aquamarine sanctuary amulets can be worn as jewelry or carried in a pocket or purse. They can also be placed in the home or workplace to create a calming and peaceful environment. Many people choose to wear them during meditation or other spiritual practices to enhance their experience. Overall, the aquamarine sanctuary amulet is believed to be a powerful tool for protection, healing, and spiritual growth. Whether worn or carried, it is believed to bring a sense of peace and tranquility to the wearer, helping them to navigate the challenges of daily life with grace and ease..
Reviews for "Finding Strength and Courage with Aquamarine Sanctuary Amulets"
1. Jane - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the Aquamarine Sanctuary Amulet. I had expected it to be a beautiful piece of jewelry with vibrant aquamarine stones, but when it arrived, I was underwhelmed. The stones were dull and lackluster, and the overall design felt cheap. I was hoping for something that would make a statement, but this amulet fell short.
2. Mike - 1 star - I regret purchasing the Aquamarine Sanctuary Amulet. The quality was extremely poor, with the chain breaking within the first week of wearing it. The pendant itself was also poorly made, with the stones falling out and the metal tarnishing quickly. It was a waste of money and I would not recommend it to anyone.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for the Aquamarine Sanctuary Amulet, but unfortunately it didn't live up to expectations. The design looked elegant in the pictures, but in person, it felt cheap and poorly assembled. The stones didn't have the desired clarity, and the overall construction felt flimsy. I ended up returning it and finding a better quality amulet elsewhere.